Famed as an iconic filming location in 1973 cult classic, The Wicker Man, Anwoth Old Kirk is steeped in history; its surrounding graveyard a fascinating library of life stories, honouring love, loss, triumph and tragedy...
Join award-winning storytellers Mostly Ghostly in this, as they weave together episodes from the area's rich past; blending history and folklore, culture and tradition, amidst a powerfully evocative setting.
Guests will also have the opportunity to view examples of folk art and explore the meanings behind gravestone symbolism.
Back by overwhelming public demand following their previous shows, The New Jersey Boys, based in Devon, take their audience on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling groups of all times -The Four Seasons.
This choreographed show, featuring the amazing falsetto voice of Einar Vestmann-Gould and the talented all round singer / entertainer Gary Gould, is a clever mixture of tight vocal harmonies, superb solo spots and light comedy. The packed two set programme includes all the hits such as Sherry, Big Girls Don't Cry, Walk Like a Man and many more.
This is a wonderful opportunity to see where it all began when four boys from NewJersey, USA invented their own unique sound which became a worldwide success.
Early booking is recommended for this show which consistently sells out at venues across the UK.
Get Ready to Shake It Off with Taylor Fever in Dumfries This May!
Dumfries, get ready to be swept off your feet!
Taylor Fever, the ultimate tribute to the sensational Taylor Swift, is making its way to the Easterbrook Hall on May 2nd, and you're invited to join in on the excitement!
Alongside a talented squad of dancers, this all-ages spectacular will have you belting out Taylor's iconic tunes, from "Ready For It" to "Shake It Off" "Cruel Summer" the iconic "Karma" and more.
The fantastic Wave Blues Band are making their return to the Theatre Royal after their sell out gig last year!
Get your mojo working and be spellbound by the soulful driving rhythms that will make you shake your tail feathers.
Wave Blues Band pulls you into the electric world of Chicago and Delta blues. The five piece Wave Blues Band come from South West Scotland, and are heavily influenced by blues artists such as Big Mama Thornton, Jimmy Reed and Howlin Wolf.
Movement Medicine® is a grounding and uplifting conscious dance practice suitable for anybody, no previous experience needed. Movement Medicine dance supports you to still your thinking mind, connect to your elemental self, awaken creativity, befriend emotions. Whether you love dancing or think you can't dance, just enjoy the luxury of being you and give your body the space and time to move to a soundscape of music; explore, play, find freedom, aliveness and your authentic self.
Paul, Jools and Dante from MTV EMA Winners GUN Announce Exclusive Hombres Acoustic Tour;
Prepare for an unforgettable experience through April, May and June 2025; Paul, Jools and Dante from the iconic MTV EMA-winning rock band GUN embark on their Hombres Acoustic Tour! For the first time, the brothers and Paul will perform songs from their chart-topping album Hombres as you've never heard them before, alongside classic GUN anthems from Taking on the World, Gallus, Swagger, and more.
Please note- that Paul will be playing on selected dates- cover on the drums will be from Pistol Daisys and Morsecode studio Producer Lewis Kelly.
Released last April, Hombres made waves, soaring into the UK Top 10 and claiming the Scottish No.1 spot. The album also secured a feature in the Samuel L. Jackson film Damaged and was honoured with the prestigious Scottish Album of the Year Award at the 2024 Spec Savers Scottish Music Awards.
The Hombres Acoustic tour offers a rare opportunity to experience Hombres in its purest form, delivering raw, unfiltered energy and emotion in an intimate setting. Fans can also look forward to stripped-back renditions of GUN classics, reimagined like never before.
Don't miss your chance to witness this one-of-a-kind live experience! Special guests (TBC) will also join selected tour dates, making each night even more unforgettable. Secure your tickets now for a night of powerful performances, storytelling, and the unique chemistry of Paul, Jools and Dante up close and personal.
This year's May Lecture from The Arts Society Dumfries and Galloway (TASDAG) is set to provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of Dutch artist, Johannes Vermeer. Born in the 1600's in Delft, Vermeer was one of many artists working in the Netherlands at that time, but as we know, very little information about him survives. Fortunately, his paintings can still be enjoyed, 350 years after his death. Including, perhaps the most famous, Girl with a Pearl Earring, which has inspired many people to an interest in art. The Lecture will be an excellent opportunity to find out a little more about the artist and how these iconic paintings were created.
Our Guest Lecturer is Brian Healey, a professional artist and interior designer. Brian will guide us through some of Vermeer's most fascinating works and reveal, at least partially, the mysteries which surround this wonderful artist and his enduring legacy.
Back by popular demand John Scott takes you through the decades as he performs a variety of songs! John is a local artiste and has played at the hotel on several occasions and there isn't a party or venue he cannot adapt to.
Scotty D's journey began at just 12 years old, playing guitar and vocals in his family gospel group, "The Imperial Gospel Singers." From there, he went on to join multiple bands across the globe, including the "Alabamas Soul Band" in Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife, Spain and "Soul Connection" in Hamburg, Germany.
Returning to Tenerife, Scotty joined the "Temptations Show" in the Soul Suite, performing as a solo act and as a member of the "Temptations, Four Tops, and Drifters Shows." He also became a member of the Northern Soul act "Soul Sensation," performing at venues around the U.K.
With live entertainment and a four course dinner.
Programme: Händel Giulio Cesare (Venera Bella) Mozart Ridente la calma KV 152 Ravel 5 mélodies populaires grecques (Là-bas, vers l'église; Tout gai) Macmillan Scot's Song Mozart La Clemenza di Tito, KV 621 (S'altro che lagrime) Handel Let the bright Seraphim Mozart Als Luise die Briefe ihres ungetreuen Liebhabers verbrannte, KV 520 Johann Strauss Die Fledermaus (Mein Herr Marquis) Robert Burns Rowan Tree
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Handel Comfort Ye Mendelssohn Das Erste Veilchen Mendelssohn Suleika Rhys Jones Cilfan y Coed Charles Gounod L'Absent Donizetti Una Furtiva Lagrima Handel O ma belle rebelle Burns My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose Betty RoeThe Music Tree Ian Venables Midnight Lamentation
With over 100M views online see the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland's "Breaking The News" live in his first national tour! "One of Scotland's rising star's, Stuart Mitchell is a comedian worth catching before he becomes mega." Sunday Mail.
Stuart Mitchell is now regarded as one of the UK's top comedians and social media stars with over a 100M views online. You've seen him online and now you can see him on his first ever national UK tour, Tips Not Included. Join the longest running panellist of BBC Scotland' Breaking The News as he shares his amazing life story. "Please go and see Stuart Mitchell" Will Ferrell.
